Geelong Restaurants

The National Hotel is located in Geelong's CBD.

Wander between our three levels, each offering a unique experience for diners & drinks alike.
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Public bar - offers casual dining and a wide range of craft beer, wine and spirits.
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Dining room - a more intimate dining space, where we invite you to settle in for a while. This ambient room offers an open fireplace and unique views of geelong's cbd.

Rooftop terrace - unquestionably one of the best spots in the cbd for a drink. Our rooftop has a retractable roof so it's suitable for all days of the year. If offers skyline views, lift access and a collection of seasonal cocktails.

The national hotel is the perfect place in the city to enjoy modern Australian cuisine in a laid-back atmosphere.

Renowned as a fantastic addition to the Bellarine Peninsula with absolutely flawless execution and presentation." Oakdene Vineyards boasts a modern Australian and European cuisine with an array of fresh local produce. Award winning Executive Chef and Manager, Welshman Marty Chichester previously owned and managed popular restaurants in Wales and Sydney.

Functions & Weddings

Oakdene is available 7 days for conferences, functions, weddings and other events. We can offer private rooms, the terrace and an eclectic, lush art garden for all sized events. For a more intimate occasion, the themed Cloud Room hosts eight and the Chocolate Room is perfect for a private banquet for up to fourteen.

The Sporting Globe sports bars are the place to watch all the biggest sporting events with over 30 HD screens playing LIVE sport from around the globe. Our family-friendly restaurants and bars boast great quality food that features the very best in Aussie pub cuisine, along with international best sellers such as NY Buffalo Chicken Wings and signature sauces.

The Lord Nelson is an iconic Geelong pub steeped in history and an old favourite among the locals. After an eight month renovation, the Nelson has been restored, refurbished and re-opened to the public. The first step was to revive the original 1920s façade and the second was to include the rich heritage of the pubs namesake, Admiral Horatio Lord Nelson. The decoration and design of the pub is emblematic of the great Victorian-style pub, The Lord Nelson provides an experience different to any other; serving food that is unparalleled with any other hotel in Geelong.

Whether you are throwing back a Moritz and a few tasty tapas or settling in for a full meal from the a la carte menu, you could almost believe you’re on the Costa de Sol here. There’s a holiday buzz, attractive bare brick walls and prompt friendly service.

The menu is extensive and packed with so many tempting options. With an extensive range of tapas offerings complimented by a solid list of entrees and mains, such as chargrilled eye fillet of beef, twice cooked half duck and slow cooked pork scotch. Black Bull also has separate gluten free and vegetarian menus. There is also a great drinks list to compliment the menus, including house made Sangria, local and imported beers and an excellent wine list with many local wines.

Tulip Restaurant brings you the best local ingredients from sustainable farms and suppliers, offering contemporary share-food in a relaxed setting.

The menu invites diners to share and sample everything. Our aim is to encourage connection with the people on your table, the food and our staff, ultimately creating a social experience around produce-driven dishes that celebrate the moment.

And of course with sharing, this means the end of food envy!

Located on Pakington Street, Geelong West, the hole-in-the-wall restaurant boasts comfortable decor so you can enjoy top quality food but in a relaxed environment that allows you to be yourself.

Come along, savour the best local ingredients and seasonal offerings and celebrate the moment with them, no matter what the occasion.

Located on Geelong’s foreshore with captivating views of Corio Bay, Black Salt offers the kind of inviting atmosphere that makes you want to linger. Stay awhile and celebrate the produce and the producers of the Geelong region.

Whether you’re taking clients out or gathering with friends, Black Salt boasts great service and food to match.

Their chefs create simple, modern food with a focus on generous fresh flavours and we’re committed to using the best seasonal local produce wherever possible. There are plenty of gluten free and vegan options on our menus.

Le Parisien is situated right on Geelong’s Waterfront and gives widespread views of Corio Bay. The building originally being an old boat shed still retains many of its original timber features, the main dining room is full of exposed timber beams and surrounded with large windows. Le Parisien also has a balcony, perfect for those long Sunday lunches in the sun. The main dining room has the capacity for seating up to 130 people as well as a full public address system making it perfect for weddings and functions, Le Parisien is also equipped with a private function room with a sit-down dining capacity of up to 40 people.

Le Parisien provides an exquisite fine dining experience. The food is a mix of modern and classic French cuisines, our wine list, showcasing local and international vineyards.

FUNCTION ROOM DETAILS 

Le Parisien offers a new, soundproofed, private function room offering the latest technology. You will have access to a large Plasma screen, monitor ports for direct input from your laptop, DVD, a separate sound system, and internet connection.

Big enough to cater for up to 40 dining, 50 in a cocktail setting, or 60 "theatre style", your private room is perfect for breakfast meetings, business meetings, powerpoint presentations, medical presentations, birthdays, anniversaries, or small weddings. Anything is possible in your own room.

The space is also available for hire as a stand-alone meeting room.

Meals can be selected from our extensive menu or alternatively, a personalised menu can be designed to suit any budget.

Don't forget you can also hire the Le Parisien Restaurant exclusively for up to 160 people or the Wharf Shed Cafe for up to 400.

Kohindoor Indian Restaurant has been serving Indian food in Geelong since 1995. Experience the authentic taste of Indian cuisine at the oldest Indian Restaurant in Geelong.

Food is an integral part of India ‘s culture, with cuisines differing according to community, region, and state. Indian cuisine is characterized by a great variety of foods, spices, and cooking techniques. At Kohinoor we use the same cooking techniques and procedures that is used in India.Kohinoor offers an elegant, yet informal environment that is designed to create a warm and inviting dining place which offers a relaxed dining experience. Kohinoor is located at a 2 minutes walk from beautiful Geelong waterfront and has ample parking spaces near the restaurant.

Owned by locals Mick and Regina Napoli since 2001, Mexicali Mama has been around for over 25 years.

We pride ourselves on serving high-quality, incredibly tasty Mexican cuisine made from the freshest and finest ingredients sourced from local small businesses. We have been serving some of our most famous dishes for over a decade now, and some of our more regular customers have been coming just as long!



We are located on Moorabool St directly opposite from the football stadium and there are plenty of parking spaces available out front or down the nearest side streets.

We are always looking to refine our service and welcome all kinds of feedback. Please use the contact page if you want to send us any feedback so we can continue to improve and make your next experience with us an even better one.

At the Dunes we open all year round, 7 days a week, starting at 6.30am.

Breakfast leads into morning coffee and cake which rolls us into lunch and on to afternoon tea. Then, as the sun sets it is time for a glass of wine before everyone settles in for dinner.

You can sit inside and look out through large panoramic windows, or outside under the umbrellas on the deck.

We love a party and regularly cater for weddings, birthdays and special functions.

Tariq, Ashish, and Staff would like to welcome you to Geelong's very own fully-licensed Khan Curry Hut for a culinary experience where quality, value and customer satisfaction are at the forefront of what we do.

At Khan Curry Hut we use only the finest fresh ingredients available and each dish is prepared individually with great care and attention. We also use our very own freshly ground spices and pastes which give our dishes their wonderful, aromatic flavour and individuality – our qualified Chef from India is a specialist in Mughlai Indian barbecue with variation of over 125 spices. View our menu for our full range of dishes available.

With our friendly, attentive staff and warm, inviting atmosphere, Khan Curry Hut provides a delightful venue for all occasions, whether it be engagement parties, birthday parties, corporate entertaining or casual dining.

Drawing on a wealth of experience cultured both locally and internationally, Two Sugar's management have brought the aromas, textures and flavours of Italy to Highton without neglecting modern Australian dining. With a menu offering a variety of both savoury and sweet cuisine, Two Sugars Cafe and Pizza Bar is certain to please even the most discerning of dinners.